When Using Punishment, a Manager Should

question 77

Multiple Choice

When using punishment, a manager should

• A) ignore undesirable behaviors.
• B) save reprimands until the end of the workday, or preferably before a weekend.
• C) make sure that other employees witness the punishment.
• D) do it in conjunction with positive reinforcement.
• E) punish even minor infractions, to appear consistent.

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